13 jobs found in Chester

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Social Worker specialising in Children in Need and Child Protection. In this role, you will work with vulnerable children and families, providing vital support and safeguarding services. You will lead and manage complex cases, including care proceedings, while ensuring children's safety and well-being. Key Responsibilities: Conduct thorough assessments and develop care plans to address the needs and risks of children in need or protection. Manage cases within care proceedings, collaborating with legal and other professionals to ensure timely and effective outcomes. Conduct regular visits and maintain relationships with children, families, and relevant professionals. Attend and actively participate in meetings, case reviews, and court proceedings. Maintain accurate, up-to-date records, reports, and documentation.Requirements: Qualifications: Qualified Social Worker with active registration. Experience: Minimum of 3 years in child...

Role:               Independent Child Trafficking Guardian Based:            Home Based with travel around Merseyside  Rate:              £14- £18 per hour ( Dependent on Pay Status) Start Date:      ASAP Duration:        6 month contract ( possibility of extension.) Hours:             Full Time Our client, one of the UK’s leading Children’s Charities, is looking to recruit 2 Specialist Support Workers to join their Child Trafficking Service. The service runs several national programmes supporting and advocating on behalf of children who have experienced trafficking and/ or exploitation across the UK What does the role involve? Managing a caseload of young people and providing them with practical and emotional support and advocating on their behalf as and when required Key working clients through both face to face and online support and using creative approaches to ensure the child/ young person is engaged, supported and receives an excellent standard of care Working in...

Role:                    Independent Domestic & Sexual Violence Advocate.  Location:              Merseyside  Hours:                  35 hours per week ( Monday - Friday 9-5) Pay:                      £14 -£18 pounds an hour (dependent on pay status) Contract:              Temp on going A specialist domestic abuse service in Merseyside is seeking an experienced Independent Domestic & Sexual Violence Advocate (IDSVA) to support high-risk survivors of domestic and sexual abuse. Key Responsibilities: Provide trauma-informed advocacy and support to survivors Complete risk assessments and safety plans using MeRIT Support clients through criminal and civil court processes Represent clients at MARAC meetings Work closely with Police, Housing, Social Care, Health, and other partner agencies Maintain accurate case records and safeguarding standardsEssential Requirements:  Domestic and Sexual Abuse Training Minimum 2 years’ experience in a domestic/sexual abuse support role...

Stable Long-Term Contract | Strong Management Support | High Referral Bonus | Flexible Working | No Court Work We are currently working with a large, well-established local authority in the North West that is looking to strengthen its Child Protection team. This authority is committed to delivering high-quality services and has built a reputation for strong leadership, a collaborative culture, and investing in its workforce. This is a great opportunity for experienced Social Workers who want to be part of a fast-paced but well-supported Child Protection service that places the safety and welfare of children at the heart of practice. You will manage a caseload of complex child protection cases, complete assessments, attend case conferences, and work closely with multi-agency partners. Key Benefits: Strong and visible management team providing consistent support Ongoing training and professional development opportunities Flexible working arrangements to support work-life...

Adecco are pleased to be recruiting for a Communications Operator (Days) to work within the North Wales Police Force Location: St Asaph Contract Type: Temporary on going Hourly Rate: £14.10 per hour Working Pattern: Full Time day shifts Monday to Friday **Please note this role will be subject to Police Vetting, you will need to have been within the UK for a minimum of 3 years continually** Are you ready to make a difference in your community? Our client is seeking a dedicated and skilled Communications Operator to join their team in North Wales Police! If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and possess exceptional communication skills, this is the role for you. Overall Purpose of the Job: As a Communications Operator, you will deliver a professional, effective, and efficient customer service aimed at "getting it right first time." Your role will involve resolving public inquiries, accurately recording information, and deploying resources in a pressurised environment. Key...

Our client Trafford council is looking for a Children's Social Worker to join their Front Door team. Your knowledge and confidence will be useful in supporting the Front Door, taking referrals and working alongside First Response Advisors and partners to share information, identify risk and strengths and facilitating work transfer to the right place at the right time. You may be required to work outside of core business hours in line with the needs of the service. Benefits of working with Remedy A personal one-one service from your highly experienced dedicated consultant. Top tier supplier across London giving us first access to jobs Referral bonus - up to £250* per person placed. Double payrolls each week. *Terms & Conditions apply You will be required to fully register with Remedy for all locum positions. Remedy Social Care is a APSCo Standard agency and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the vulnerable. Successful applicants will be required to...

Our client Trafford council is looking for a Children's Social Worker to join their Emergency duty team. Duties Provides emergency social work support for children and families outside normal office hours Responds to urgent safeguarding concerns, child protection referrals, and crises Undertakes risk assessments to ensure children's immediate safety and welfare Makes emergency decisions regarding accommodation or protection of children Works closely with police, hospitals, and other emergency services Attends emergency strategy discussions and safeguarding meetings Supports children at risk of harm, abuse, neglect, or family breakdown Arranges emergency placements for children when required Provides advice and support to professionals and families during crises Maintains accurate records and handovers for daytime social work teams Ensures all actions comply with safeguarding legislation and local authority procedures Manages high-pressure situations and makes timely, informed...

Our client Bolton Council is looking for a Children's Social Worker to join their Looked after children team. Responsibilities Developing and arranging appropriate leaving care services for service users, their families and carers, and providing direct support where necessary Provision of social work and case management support to service users, their carers and families. Liaison with agencies which commission or provide services to ensure service users their families/carers have access to a range of services appropriate to their needsDuties Prepare for social work contact and involvement Work with individual families, carers, groups and communities to help them make informed decisions Assess needs and options to recommend a course of action. Respond to crisis situations using appropriate legal procedural intervention Work with individuals, families, carers, group's communities and professionals to achieve change and development to improve life opportunities. Prepare, produce,...

Our client Manchester city council is looking for a Children's Social Worker to join their South Court & Locality team. Job description The position is for a social worker within the court & locality service to work with children who are subject to CIN, CP, pre-proceedings, court proceedings. The candidate will be based within a team of 2 advanced Practitioners and 4 social workers, all managed by an experienced team manager. The candidate will be provided with regular supervision and access to training alongside their peers. Caseloads are manageable with support from advanced practitioners, team manager and a social work consultant. A weekly service wide learning morning is held to support with discrete areas of practice and sharing of good practice. Benefits of working with Remedy A personal one-one service from your highly experienced dedicated consultant. Top tier supplier across London giving us first access to jobs Referral bonus - up to £250* per person placed....

About the Role Shropshire Council is seeking an experienced Senior Social Worker to join its Case Management Team (North East). This role offers an opportunity to work with children and families across the full statutory spectrum, supporting them through Child in Need, Child Protection, Pre-Proceedings and court processes. You will manage a varied caseload, ensuring timely interventions and positive outcomes for children and young people. Location: Shropshire Council (North East Team) Working Pattern: Hybrid - 1 day per week in the office Contract: 3 months initially Rate: £30.57 per hour (Umbrella) Key Responsibilities Manage a caseload of children and families across CIN, CP, PLO, and court proceedings Undertake regular home visits to assess risk and support families Lead and participate in core group meetings and multi-agency discussions Prepare high-quality court reports and documentation for legal proceedings Build strong relationships with children, families, and...

Deputy Finance Business Partner Location: Shropshire Contract: Temporary (3 months) Salary: £40.60 umbrella / £36.25 PAYE Inclusive / £32.35 PAYE Exclusive Start Date: ASAP Contact: (url removed) Job Description Service Care Solutions are recruiting on behalf of a public sector organisation in Shropshire for a Deputy Finance Business Partner to join the team on a temporary basis. The postholder will provide expert financial advice, lead on budgeting and forecasting activities, and support senior stakeholders in delivering key financial and operational objectives Key Responsibilities Produce accurate monthly financial reports, forecasts, and variance analysis to support operational and strategic decision-making. Lead on budget setting, financial planning, and monitoring of cost improvement programmes across designated service areas. Provide financial insight and support for business cases, service developments, and contract management activities. Manage and develop the...

Our client Blackpool council is looking for an Adults Social Worker to join their Community team. Main duties To undertake assessments/reviews and where appropriate the commissioning of services in line with departmental policies and procedures and statutory guidance eg: The Care Act (2014). To understand and take appropriate part in the department's safeguarding adults' procedures. This includes, identification, investigation and at H2 taking the role of Safeguarding Lead. To work closely with other teams, including undertaking joint assessments, with providers, carers and external agencies to deliver outcome focused services to individuals and their families To fully comply with departmental policies and procedures and the Health and Care Professionals Council's Code of Conduct for Social Workers including the capability framework. To comply with the requirements of the Care Act (2014) by empowering individuals to make informed choices Maintain up to date knowledge of current...

Children in Care - Social Work Opportunities 🌟 Cannock Children in Care Team Location: Cannock Parking: On-site parking available Working pattern: Hybrid - community, office-based and some home working Flexibility: Happy to discuss part-time, compressed hours or a 4-day week 🧒 About the Role We are recruiting experienced & Qualified Social Workers to join the Cannock Children in Care Team. This is a rewarding opportunity to support children and young people in the care of the Local Authority, ensuring their safety, stability and long-term outcomes. You will hold case responsibility for a number of children and work closely with families, carers and partner agencies to deliver high-quality, child-centred practice. ✅ Key Responsibilities Supporting children in the care of the Local Authority Managing a caseload of Children in Care Working directly with children, families and carers to progress care plans Completing and updating assessments and care planning Working...